Australia to set up trade mission in United States
A government review of Commonwealth United States relations progresses this year with plans for an Australian trade mission in the United States to be funded by the Australian ministry. Prime Minister backs an Australian viewpoint during his US visit, with D M Dow in the US to retire and MacGregor poised to take the Canada posting, offering a salary of 62 500 a year. The move signals the abolition of the Commissioner-General post, long vacant since Mr Herbert Scene.
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United States
Bayport
Dmsmonwaaith
Dominion
Australia
America
Bean
D. M. Dow
Theer
Canada
Lr, MacGre
MacGregor
Intervent ion charges against Russia and Spain tied to non intervention
The Rome observer reports Mussolini supporters claim Italy will aid the Spanish Government under the non intervention pact. They allege Tusla volunteers and officers have entered France and Spain, with heavy arms and aircraft, while Russian submarines and ships are alleged to prepare for deployment. Paris officials deny violations and say proof exists of breaches by other nations.
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Rome
Thurenau
Bignor —Gayda
Mussolini
Mockeaman
France
Mth
Tusdla
Parla
Marpeilles
Spain
Spanish War Dispatches From London Note Brave Loyalist Defense
London reports describe visiting correspondents praising the Madrid defense as magnificent while noting Loyalist forces in University Hall holdouts from basement positions. Front lines near the northern front show grim fighting with three engined bombers arriving from Santander and Asturias impacting the conflict.
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London
Nus
Alectos
Santander
Asturias
Pase
Urquidis
Newnes Shale Syndes Working Question. Government Concessions Discussed
The entry notes Tom Premier Mr Stevens stating the issue of developing Newnes shale oil deposits will be debated on Friday. He mentions the Federal Government and State Government considering granting freight and royalty concessions and proposes a substantial £106,000 toward development. Arrangements for working the deposits are expected to be completed.
Eden's Visit to Brussels Reported by London The Foreign Secretary Plans Short Brussels Stop
The Foreign Secretary Mr Eden, invited by Belgian officials, will make a brief visit to Brussels to renew personal contacts with Belgian leaders and discuss ongoing war concerns. The Prime Minister and overseas ministers are informed of the arrangement as diplomatic channels prepare for the trip.
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London
Thuraday
Eden
Belgas
Deg Nfardn
Amtaire
Canberra building plans hit by essential-work cutback
The Commonwealth announces drastic curtailment of Canberra's building programme for the present and next financial years. The Administrative Block will not be commenced this year and is unlikely next year. Hospital work also appears pigeon holed for an indefinite period, with architects moved to Census Buildings for draftsmen. Plans will be completed so that work can start when finance becomes available. Start may come for the Patents Building schools and possibly a new Fire Station, but Canberra estimates are expected to be cut again next year.
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Department of the Interior
Carrodus
Achoola
Missionaries Expelled from Addis Ababa
London reports an Addis Ababa expulsion of British missionaries by Italy. Details vary. two reached London while others remained in Abyssinia. Allegations cite attacks on converts and killings in several towns, with no official confirmation and conflicting accounts from outlets.
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London
Newe-Chronicle
Italy
Addis Ababa
Dybuil
Tratiane
Variloua
Sare Raeak
India Plea to Congress Follows London Remarks
The statement urges Indian leaders to use constitutional means to advance orderly progress. It notes Gandhi’s statements and Gandhi’s influence, citing reactions from Lord Zetland and the Viceroy. The piece suggests misinterpretation of the Congress stance and criticizes reliance on Gandhi’s declared positions.
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London
House of Loris
Congress
Zetland
Gandhi
India
Note Forgery Trial Links Inks and Tools to Banknote Crimes
In Sydney at Central Court Robert Taylor labourer faces 16 charges of forging banknotes and 16 of uttering. Police report seized coloured ink bottles blue tracing pens and other items found at Barry Hilla house linked to the alleged forgery. Taylor denies knowledge of the man connected to the evidence and says he used the tools at the Technical Department. Melbourne miners mass meeting at Wonthaggi coal mine decides not to return to work under the present management.
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Sydney
Central Court
Barry Hilla
Robert Taylor
Jack
Garry Hilla
Taylor
Melbournt
Wonthagg
Japanese Plane Divine Wind Reaches Athens Awaiting London
The Divine Wind, a Japanese plane flying from Tokyo to London, arrived in Athens after about 71 hours and 300 miles of a 20 000 mile journey. Reported to resume Friday morning, it aims to reach Croydon this afternoon inside a 200 hour total flight time.
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Athens
Tokyo
London
Rome
Athena
Croydon
Man Missing At Sea During Voyage To Newcastle
A passenger on the steamer Byaney to Newcastle disappeared after leaving the main deck area around dawn. The ship conducted a search but the man was not found immediately. He was later located asleep in his assigned berth, indicating a misperception of his whereabouts during the wake.
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Ester
Byaney
Newcastle
Bodyline English Writer Denounces London
The English writer E H D Lowell denounces Bodyline bowling in London. He mocks the tactic as dangerous and misleading, says the MCC disapproved, and claims Bodyline nearly ruined cricket before being halted. He argues only a strong bowler with gimmickry could imitate Larwood and insists the tactic was unworthy of England.
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London
E. H. D. Lowell
Larwood
Horn
al Capone
Lords
MCC
M.C.C
N W Association Hospital Scheme Plans Million Lottery
In Sydney’s Friday report the N W Association proposes a 61 000 000 lottery with three main prizes of 40 000 pounds each. The scheme would absorb 500 000 pounds in total prizes and leave 490 000 pounds for hospitals, funded by 1 000 000 subscribers at each entry. President J Kenna said the plan should not drop and urged expansion to attract global support.
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Sydney
N.8.w. Association
J. Kenna
Eteach
Kennald
Austraie
Federal deficit shows big March reduction in 1936 7
The Commonwealth deficit for the first eight months of 1936/7 fell by about £1,000,000 in March, improving chances for a balanced budget by year end. Debits in London were £2,000, while Australia posted a credit of £2,008,000 as revenue receipts swelled.
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London
Australia
Mrs Bonny sails to South Africa flight from Brisbane
Mrs H Bonny departed Brisbane for a South Africa flight aboard a 14 000 mile journey. She took off in light weather after an interview with reporters. Mr Benny stated he urged her to fly only in reasonable weather and warned of possible delays.
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Brisbane
H. Bonny
Jorilald Asrodroma
Bouin Arion
Ofer
Injewite
Benny
18 Months Gaol Dramatic Court Appeal
Maddocks argued Adams faced an 18 month sentence and appealed to the court. The scene included events at North Sydney where the accused and another man allegedly drank beer after removing outer clothing on a hot night, a detective involvement, and questions over Adams’s statements. The jury's disbelief was urged amid testimony of the incident and subsequent memory gaps.
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Maddocks
Adams
North Sydney
Adame Nicaea
Adame
Fatal RAF Crash Involving Davis Cup Crashes Aboard
Fragmented text reports a fatal RAF crash linked to Davis Cup and a maritime context. Names and details are unclear due to garbled OCR but mention of a crash, a whale mutter, pollen, and returning from a Mocantaiea era appear. Further legible source needed for precise attribution.
New Poisons Bill Aims to Safeguard Public Health
Sydney report quotes Pharmacy Board president Mr G G Jonkes stating that the new Poisons Bill is in preparation to regulate sale and use, with the goal of stronger safeguards for the public once regulatory effect is applied. He notes the measure would not attack existing practices but tighten controls.
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Sydney
Wriday
Pharmacy Board of
NAW
G. G. Jonkes
State harvest yields exceed earlier expectations
Harvest estimates show higher yields for wheat as farmers report stronger production in the region. Unclear details reference a broader grain outlook and potential impacts on marketing and pricing for the season.
Anti Betting Laws Transform Sineay Operations
Report notes that changes in legislation have altered betting rules. Operators faced restrictions, and investors are adjusting as new laws take effect. Attendees at recent hearings weigh impacts on revenue and compliance.
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Sineay
Ee Vaporen
BP Pest
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